National Trust - Lizard Point
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Lizard Point: Rugged Beauty and Hidden Gems Lizard Point isn't your average tourist trap. Forget crowded beaches and flashy shops – this is Cornwall's wild heart, where rugged cliffs meet the pounding Atlantic. It's a place that whispers stories of shipwrecks and daring rescues, while boasting some of the UK's most unique geology. Here's why Lizard Point should be on your travel bucket list: Lizard Point offers the same dramatic coastline, minus the throngs of tourists. Hike the windswept cliffs, breathe in the salty air, and feel truly at the edge of the world.Millions of years of history are etched into Lizard Point's rocks. See the unique serpentine rock, a greenish marvel used in local buildings, and marvel at the ancient ocean floor thrust upwards.It played a pivotal role in maritime history.Escape the tourist hordes and soak up the local charm. Lizard Point boasts friendly pubs and a strong sense of community. Chat with the locals and learn about their unique way of life.Keep your eyes peeled for rare Cornish choughs with their vibrant beaks, or glimpse basking sharks in the spring months. Lizard Point is a haven for nature lovers. It isn't just a place; it's an experience. It's for those who crave raw beauty, historical intrigue, and a connection with nature. So, pack your walking boots, your sense of adventure, and get ready to discover a hidden gem of Cornwall.
Thedal Mudivili
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The route leave you at the national trust car park, which has a pay and display system. There are a lot of parking spots, so you can basically park your car there and walk around to access the hiking paths or the lighthouse. The parking for the day is around £6 but you may also pay for 1 or 2 hours. Not sure about the price but I think 2 hours is about £3. The access to the lighthouse up to date was £8,50 and I didn't enter. Wouldn't recommend going down all the way to the old lifeboat station since there is a very bad smell and a lot of flies down there, for me it's just not worth it. We enjoyed a lot the upper hiking paths with amazing views and some key spots with places to seat and relax admiring the views or reading a book while you enjoy the cool breeze. PS: There is another car park for short stay (up to 3h) down the road turning to the left after the first car park, which was also empty and with pay and display signal and machine. I am not sure if it belongs to National Trust as well but it was empty and it looks closer to the hiking path access but there were no signs indicating for this car park.
Ricky Sanders
00
Stunningly beautiful! Lizard Point is the most southerly point of Britain and situated in an Area of Outstanding Beauty, and a place we visit 3-4 times a year. And it never ceases to amaze. There have been times, when the wind has been a blowing, that we had trouble standing on two feet! - and others when the sun has shone and one could be in paradise 😊 While there is free parking in the grounds of the old lighthouse, we like to continue drive past their direction arrows and head down to the car park (charges apply) on the right-hand side of the road above the Wavecrest Cafe. WARNING! - the road is narrow and not without a few potholes, but worth the effort. In addition to a couple of gift shops you’ll find a National Trust cabin and two cafes, both of which serve good food. We particularly enjoy Cream Teas in the Polpeor Cafe 😊. The National Trust usually have a telescope setup so that visitors can watch the local seals, who all have names!
Clive Agate
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If you're on the borderline deciding whether to visit lizard point or not during your stay in Cornwall then let me tell you the answer is 100% definitely must see!! Once you get there you're immediately taken aback by the stunning views. The endless sea is breathtaking and the cliff edges, are stunning and a little scary which makes it even more thrilling. The raw true power of nature is very apparent here with the sounds of the water crashing into the coast of the UK and if you're lucky, like we did, hey to see seals swimming in the ferocious waters. Something about lizard place is very primal and raw and really makes you realise how amazing humans have done to get this far and then beyond the uk during the explorative British explorer days. I did enjoy lands end but this was far better, much less commercial, more raw and the cliff edge hill paths are a nice way to see the sites. 10000% recommend!!
Jagdeep Singh
00
A decent National Trust location. Obviously free parking for NT members but membership doesn’t get you access to the lighthouse exhibition though (Not NT). We still paid for the exhibition but left out the tour. Informative and interactive and outside you can catch some great views. Actually at Lizard Point the views are good (greyish day for us) but on a sunny day I’m sure they’d be superb. We found it quiet and not overly busy. There’s a steep walk down to the old lifeboat launch so be careful but worth a look. A café is available which has a cracking view from the outside seating area (though we didn’t eat there). Couple that with a gift shop and ice creams you have a decent destination for a few hours. Not forgetting the on site toilets if you get caught short of which I was informed were clean. PB 👌🏻
P. C. B.
00
Love all around the Lizard Peninsula. However not enough clear walking direction signs for lifeboat station, Housel bay, lighthouse and coast paths. Luckily we've been a few times now and so have ventured a little more each time. The Lighthouse Station is fantastic with a tour and shop, there is also a National Trust carpark there. The Lifeboat Station however is not as accessible. There is a carpark but its for staff and we believe disabled visitors, however only fit able bodied people could possibly walk all the steps down to the station hanger and shop, which we missed as closed at 3pm. The views were still stunning and was grateful for the 1, yes 1, stone bench to rest on nearby on the grounds, as have some issues with walking longish distances. Liked it though and was a nice quiet out of the way place.
Huddersfield And Beyond
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Lizard, Helston TR12 7NT, United Kingdom
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Lizard Point in Cornwall is at the southern tip of the Lizard Peninsula. It is situated half-a-mile south of Lizard village in the civil parish of Landewednack and about 11 miles southeast of Helston.
attractions: Housel Bay Beach, Polpeor Cove, restaurants: Wavecrest Cafe, Lizard Shellfish, Fallowfields Restaurant, The Terrace Restaurant
